RainaLuzon

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1. RN, NP, or PA?

   RainaLuzon replied to futurenurse168's topic in Pre-Nursing

   American Association of Colleges of Nursing | Frequently Asked Questions they've been planning this since '02 apparently. https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nurse_practitioner in the 'education requirements section' it mentions it as well. (Even though ...

2. I was a cam model. Can I still be a nurse?

   RainaLuzon replied to RaggedyAm's topic in Professionalism

   I honestly think you'll be fine. Background checks run by schools and employers check to see if you have had any sort of run in with the law in the past, not who you have worked for. In fact, that information isn't even available to them.

3. RN, NP, or PA?

   RainaLuzon replied to futurenurse168's topic in Pre-Nursing

   It's almost a wash in regards to opportunities and scope of practice. HOWEVER, The nursing profession is moving quickly and swiftly away from a master's degree being the entry level for practice; you will need to get a DNP if you decide to enter wit...

4. Allied health

   RainaLuzon replied to akcw1981's topic in Pre-Nursing

   I was in the process of taking pre-requisites for Occupational Therapy before I switched to nursing. I know people who are both, and I can definitely say that, hands down, OT's that *I* know are MUCH happier than the nurses I know. I was strongly dra...

5. Marian University ABSN?

   RainaLuzon replied to RainaLuzon's topic in School Programs

   bumping again. I'd really like more experiences!

6. I need help, because I'm just starting to be an adult

   RainaLuzon replied to omgitsgio's topic in LPN/LVN

   Honestly, I wouldn't fret too much about references. It's always best if you can get a professor/instructor to vouch for you. If not.... Then use friends you went through your LPN/LVN program with. Give them a heads up first! When I've been used as a...

7. Marian University ABSN?

   RainaLuzon replied to RainaLuzon's topic in School Programs

   Thank you sooooo much for your reply! was it worth it to you? Do you feel like you received a quality education for what you paid?

8. Marian University ABSN?

   RainaLuzon replied to RainaLuzon's topic in School Programs

   bumpity bump bump

9. Ask an LPN (Questions about what we do and how to become one of us)

   RainaLuzon replied to jadelpn's topic in LPN/LVN

   I have a BA, not a BSN.

10. Ask an LPN (Questions about what we do and how to become one of us)

    RainaLuzon replied to jadelpn's topic in LPN/LVN

    As a new LPN with no experience, do you think you make a livable wage? Becoming an LPN is something I've been considering in Lieu of an accelerated BSN (I have a bachelor's degree already). What's scared me away from it is the rumored poor pay direct...

11. Marian University ABSN?

    RainaLuzon posted a topic in School Programs

    I've found some threads on the program, but there isn't anything regarding people who graduated from the program and their experience. I'm considering doing the program because it's not a matter of "if" you get in but "when". I don't have time to go ...

12. Depressed LVN

    RainaLuzon replied to nursesmith86's topic in LPN/LVN

    If you want to work as a nurse, I would definitely consider moving. Either farther north to the sacramento area or completely out of state. Texas seems to be a hot spot for LPN's, as well as Florida. My sister graduated in May with her BSN from Cali...

13. Was It Worth It?

    RainaLuzon replied to RainaLuzon's topic in General Nursing

    Thank you for sharing that. It seems like the first year being the roughest is a common theme amongst nurses. If I get into (and finish) my ABSN I'll definitely be sure to carefully choose my first job to the best of my ability!

14. Was It Worth It?

    RainaLuzon replied to RainaLuzon's topic in General Nursing

    That's something that I hear quite a bit. I'm glad you were able to stick it out!

15. Was It Worth It?

    RainaLuzon replied to RainaLuzon's topic in General Nursing

    My BA was in psyc as well! Ugh financial stability. No money fears if there's a divorce. TOTALLY looking forward to that in comparison to my current completely broke and unemployed-ness.